Okay, so I've been using these Valentina sweat shorts for about a month now, and here's my honest take.

First off - SIZE UP! I normally wear a medium but got an XL based on reviews. Even then, they're snug around my thighs and booty (which isn't necessarily a bad thing). The waist is weirdly loose though - like they designed these for people with no curves at all.

The sweating is REAL. Like, uncomfortably real during workouts. I wore these under leggings for a spin class and had literal puddles. Kinda gross but also satisfying if that's your goal.

The material is stiff at first but softens slightly with use. They do make this weird swishy noise when you walk though - not ideal if you're self-conscious at the gym.

After 4 weeks of regular use (3-4x/week), I haven't noticed dramatic inch loss BUT my legs do look more toned. Could be from the extra sweating or just placebo effect - who knows!

Would I buy again? Maybe, but only on sale. They're decent for the price but definitely not magic fat-melting pants like some reviews claim.